The National Election Commission has informed that it is mandatory to provide leave for employees of private and public institutions to cast their ballots in the 2024 Presidential Election that will be held tomorrow.
Issuing a statement, the Election Commission said it had previously announced that leave must be provided for employees of state and private entities, especially factories, private-owned stores, and hotels for the election.
Stating that, however, it has received reports of some state and private entities refusing to grant leave for their employees, the Election Commission advised such entities to adhere to the Election Law and grant the mandatory leave.
The 2024 Presidential Election will be conducted tomorrow (Sep 21) in which 38 candidates are set to contest. (Newswire)